As a career locum tenens physician, I have been privileged and credentialed more times in the past decade than most employed doctors have throughout their career. The credentialing process, often cited as the most time-consuming and frustrating part of working locum tenens assignments, has been a constant challenge. However, with the introduction of Axuall, a digital credentialing application, this process has been significantly streamlined.
The traditional credentialing process is fraught with inefficiencies. It is a manual, paper-based system that requires extensive paperwork and supporting documentation. This not only leads to delays in starting work but also increases the likelihood of errors and missing information. The inability to track the status of applications in real-time further hinders communication and coordination between clinicians and institutions.
Using Technology to Save Physicians Time and Paperwork
Enter Axuall. This innovative solution automates clinician data for credentialing, increasing speed and precision. It alleviates information gaps and reduces hours of manual administrative work. The result? Improved overall clinician satisfaction, reduced credentialing time, and patients getting the care they need sooner.
One of the standout features of Axuall is the Digital Wallet. This resource, which I own and can use as needed, has been a game changer. It allows me to use my wallet repeatedly from assignment to assignment, significantly reducing the time to credential. Moreover, Axuall monitors my credentials and alerts me before important certifications and licenses expire. This proactive approach ensures that all my credentials are up to date, giving me peace of mind and allowing me to focus on what I do best - caring for patients.
Improving the Experience for Healthcare Providers
The impact of Axuall extends beyond individual clinicians like me. For healthcare facilities, LocumTenens.com's investment in Axuall represents a commitment to improving the credentialing process and getting clinicians to work faster. The ultimate beneficiary? The patients, who are seen faster and receive the care they need when they need it.
Axuall is a much-needed, long-overdue innovation in the space of credentialing. It addresses the challenges of the traditional process and offers a streamlined, efficient solution. As a locum tenens physician, I can attest to the difference it has made in my professional life. It is time we embrace the digital transformation so that physicians can focus on practicing medicine, not navigating administrative burdens.
About the author
Miechia A. Esco
Dr. Miechia Esco is a board-certified locum tenens Vascular Surgeon and Chief Medical Resource Advisor at LocumTenens.com. A physician licensed in 15 U.S. states and territories, Dr. Esco has been practicing locums medicine for over a decade with a focus on delivering high-quality care to underserved communities. She has trained and practiced in various environments, including academia, military medicine and private practice, and holds expertise in vascular surgery and wound care pathologies. Over the course of her career, Dr. Esco has also been instrumental in the enhancement of vascular surgery service lines, helping connect more patients with the care they need.
Dr. Esco utilizes her unique expertise to positively impact the healthcare staffing industry and locum tenens medicine. She has been instrumental in helping advance clinicians, playing a key role in the launch of strategic technology initiatives and in enhancing the clinician and associate experience. Prior to her current role, Dr. Esco served as a consultative member on LocumTenens.com’s Customer Advisory Board for several years. She started her clinical career in private practice and is a former Major in the United States Air Force.
Dr. Esco earned a bachelor’s degree in molecular biology from Hampton University and completed the M.D./PH. D. program (Cell Biology) at Wayne State University. Her postgraduate training in General Surgery was completed at the University of Massachusetts, Thoracic Surgery at Keesler Air Force Base/Biloxi Veterans Affairs Hospital, Vascular Surgery at the Detroit Medical Center and Master of Business Administration from Brandeis University.
Throughout her tenure, Dr. Esco has received various awards and was named National Staffing Employee of the Year by the American Staffing Association in 2023. She is a member of the American College of Surgeons, Society of Vascular Surgeons and Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society.
